Waters Critiques SEC's Suspension of Crypto Enforcement Actions
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 29 2025- Regulatory Consistency Issues: Waters highlights the SEC's suspension of enforcement actions against several crypto firms, including Coinbase and Binance, which may lead to insufficient investor protection and increased risks of market manipulation and fraud.
- Changing Legal Landscape: The SEC's enforcement strategy in the cryptocurrency sector has significantly shifted in recent years, particularly following the Ripple and Grayscale cases, necessitating a reassessment of its approach and impacting market participants' confidence.
- Legislative Urgency: Waters' critique intensifies congressional discussions on cryptocurrency regulation, underscoring the divide between Democrats and Republicans regarding consumer protection versus market innovation, potentially prompting committee investigations into SEC decision-making.
- International Regulatory Challenges: The fragmented U.S. regulatory framework, with overlapping jurisdictions between the SEC and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, coupled with a lack of global coordination, may create regulatory arbitrage opportunities, further exacerbating market uncertainty.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
